Director, Council Services - Alice Springs based

Operating under the broad direction of the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and in accordance with Council's Strategic and Regional Plans, policies and relevant legislation, the Director, Council Services provides strategic and operational leadership for Council's service delivery functions across the Central Desert Region.

The position ensures the effective planning, delivery and management of municipal, waste management, animal management, commercial and other Council services, with a focus on safety, efficiency, sustainability and community outcomes. The Director leads functional and Regional Managers, develops workforce capability and provides high-level advice to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Council to achieve reliable, high-quality services.

The role will have defined Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) set annually by the CEO, linked to Council's Regional Plan. Council Services are delivered across the Central Desert Region, including headquarters and nine remote communities.

About us

Council to achieve reliable, high-quality infrastructure

Central Desert Regional Council is a local government authority covering an area over 282,000 Sq. kilometres. The Council provides a range of services in 12 communities to the North of Alice Springs: Lajamanu, Ti tree, Wilora, Nturiya, Pmara Jutunta, Willowra, Laramba, Nyirripi, Yuelamu, Atitjere, Engawala and Yuendumu. There are also several homelands and outstations. The Central Desert area is considered remote and disadvantaged and over 80% of the population is Aboriginal.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Creates Vision and Gives Direction

Promotes Council's vision and values, inspiring others to align with organisational goals.

Demonstrates sound strategic thinking and coordinated change management.





Upholds ethical leadership and integrity in all operations.

Develops People and Culture

Motivates and develops managers and staff to achieve quality outcomes.

Fosters a cooperative work environment based on trust, respect and accountability.

Builds the capacity of teams to plan, deliver and review performance effectively.

Manages Resources and Risks

Ensures responsible, efficient and ethical use of human, financial and physical resources.

Supports the Deputy CEO to negotiate and secure resources for strategic outcomes.

Implements Council's risk management and compliance frameworks.

Promotes and Achieves Quality Outcomes

Embeds continuous improvement and quality assurance principles into service delivery.

Evaluates performance against measurable standards and promotes innovation.

Builds Relationships and Partnership

Builds and maintains constructive relationships with Council, staff, communities, contractors and government agencies.

Communicates transparently and manages conflict constructively.

Demonstrates diplomacy and professionalism at all times.

Demonstrates Professional Integrity

Models Council's values and expected standards of professional conduct.

Reflects on feedback and experience to drive professional growth.

Promotes wellbeing and resilience for self and others.

What's on offer?

An attractive remuneration package ($187,596 - 214,214 )per annum that includes the minimum statutory superannuation contribution, professional development allowance and executive vehicle allowance;

6 weeks’ Annual Leave accrued per year;

12 extra days off in lieu (TOIL);

12 public holiday days per year;

1 additional public holiday for NAIDOC day;

3 additional days between Xmas and NY;

15 days Personal Leave accrued per year.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to apply for this role.

📌 Director, Council Services - Alice Springs based (Darwin)
🏢 Central Desert Regional Council
📍 Darwin